Sailing To America

Leaving the dock, sounding the bells
Captain at stern, strong water swells
Winds give rise, full ahead call
Clear blue sky, no noted squall.

Boston harbor hosting, ships are notable
Schooners to Barque, old and admirable,
Sailing from Europe, Canada and England
Powered by winds, tugboats on hand.

Under the sky, across the sea
Tall ships sail, first view majesty
White masts rise, dressed to parade
Crewmen now salute, flags proudly displayed.

Ropes are taut, winds pass by
Ships now turning, sailors climbing high
Spacious seas accommodate, ships sail proud
Nearer to port, cheers come loud.

Crow’s nest manned, smooth sailing ahead
Through the channel, U.S. Coastguard led,
Viewers on banks, small boats inland
All ships accountable, well in hand. 

Quite an honor, sailing high seas
Hands on deck, standing at ease, 
Coming into port, Bunker Hill insight
Best of all, tall ships delight.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Fairchild Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 5:44 AM
I love this! I have a special fondness for sailing ships. Always wanted to go to the Coast Guard Academy, just so I could train on one! (And serve my country). Beautiful!
Pederson Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 6:28 AM
you can borrow my oars!
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